Lake Miltona vs Lake Darling
Two of the top-scoring lakes in Douglas County, Minnesota, side by side.
Lake Miltona is the larger of the two at 5,731 acres against 1,050 for Lake Darling. On our rankings, Lake Miltona comes out ahead for fishing, Lake Darling comes out ahead for swimming, Lake Miltona comes out ahead for boating, Lake Miltona comes out ahead for camping, Lake Darling comes out ahead for paddling, and Lake Miltona comes out ahead for ice fishing.
| Measure | Lake Miltona | Lake Darling |
|---|---|---|
| Lake Score | 83 / 100 | 73 / 100 |
| Nearest town | Leaf Valley | Alexandria |
| Surface area | 5,731 acres | 1,050 acres |
| Max depth | 105 ft | 62 ft |
| Shoreline | 17.5 mi | 6.8 mi |
| Water clarity | 10.7 ft | 13.4 ft |
| Public access | 3 public boat launches (concrete) | 1 public boat launch (concrete) |
| Fish species | 19 | 19 |
| Game fish | Walleye, Northern Pike, Muskellunge, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass | Walleye, Northern Pike, Largemouth Bass, Smallmouth Bass, Black Crappie |
| Stocked | Yes | Yes |
| Special regulations | No | No |
| Swim beach | Yes | Yes |
| Camping | Yes | No |
| Invasive species | zebra mussel | zebra mussel |
Which lake is better for…
- FishingLake Miltona
- SwimmingLake Darling
- BoatingLake Miltona
- CampingLake Miltona
- PaddlingLake Darling
- Ice FishingLake Miltona
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Frequently Asked Questions
Which is bigger, Lake Miltona or Lake Darling?
Lake Miltona is bigger at 5,731 acres; Lake Darling covers 1,050 acres.
Which is deeper, Lake Miltona or Lake Darling?
Lake Miltona is deeper, with a maximum depth of 105 feet against 62 feet.
Is Lake Miltona or Lake Darling better for fishing?
Lake Miltona ranks higher for fishing in this directory, based on game species, lake size, access and stocking. Lake Miltona lists 19 species and Lake Darling lists 19.